Buyer (M&E)

BOUYGUES UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Generous share scheme

BY Extra – lifestyle benefits

Job summary

Bouygues UK is seeking a Buyer to join the MEP Procurement & Supply Chain team. You will support pre-construction and live project procurement across healthcare, education and residential developments, assisting with procurement of MEP materials and supply packages.

The role involves tendering support, supplier negotiations and ensuring timely delivery, with collaboration across commercial, project and technical teams.

Qualifications

• Experience within MEP buying or procurement role.
• Good commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Strong organisational and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with experience using procurement and ERP systems.
• Main contractor or subcontractor experience.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement activities from enquiry through to order placement.
• Obtain quotations and undertake commercial comparisons.
• Liaise with suppliers and project teams to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Support negotiations to achieve best value and programme outcomes.
• Assist with supplier account management and performance monitoring.
• Maintain procurement records and purchasing systems.
• Work collaboratively with commercial, project and technical teams.
• Support the development of strategic supplier relationships.

Skills

MEP buying experience

Commercial negotiation

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Project multi-priorities

Contractor/subcontractor experience

Tools

Excel

Procurement ERP

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join the MEP Procurement & Supply Chain team at Bouygues UK. In this role you will support pre‑construction and live project procurement activities across a range of major construction projects, including healthcare, education and residential developments. You will assist with the procurement of MEP materials and supply packages, supporting tendering activities, supplier negotiations and project delivery requirements.

Your Skills Should Include

• Experience within MEP buying or procurement role
• Good commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Strong organisational and communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with experience using procurement and ERP systems
• Main contractor or subcontractor experience

Key Responsibilities

• Support procurement activities from enquiry through to order placement
• Obtain quotations and undertake commercial comparisons
• Liaise with suppliers and project teams to ensure timely delivery of materials
• Support negotiations to achieve best value and programme outcomes
• Assist with supplier account management and performance monitoring
• Maintain procurement records and purchasing systems
• Work collaboratively with commercial, project and technical teams
• Support the development of strategic supplier relationships

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary
• 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days
• 2 paid volunteering days a year
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Generous share scheme
• BY Extra – opt into lifestyle benefits

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.